Christopher Nolan's 2006 period drama The Prestige has been quietly added to Netflix, and fans are hailing it as a "masterpiece" and "one of the best films of all time." The film, based on the 1995 novel by Christopher Priest, follows two 19th-century London stage magicians whose friendship turns into a bitter lifelong rivalry after a tragic accident.
Star-Studded Cast
The Prestige stars Hugh Jackman as Robert Angier and Christian Bale as Alfred Borden, with Michael Caine, Scarlett Johansson, and David Bowie in supporting roles. Bowie plays real-life scientist Nikola Tesla.
Since its release 20 years ago, fans have flocked to IMDb to praise the film. One viewer said, "This movie was truly a masterpiece and kept me guessing the whole time." Another wrote, "I must say...one of the best films I've seen! 10/10."
Fan Reactions
A third fan commented, "What I found with The Prestige is perhaps one of the best films of this century and perhaps one of Nolan's most underrated. Because this film, this real film, is simply astonishing." Others have called it "Nolan's best film" and "mindblowing," with one adding, "The movie is so awesome that I have watched it thrice and it never bores me."
The Prestige is now available to stream on Netflix.
